The wage rate is $32.49 per hour; an additional 12.4% of gross wages is paid in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.
Posted Date:
June 25, 2025, 12:00 am
Closing Date:
July 13, 2025, 11:30 pm
Last Modified:
June 25, 2025, 3:47 pm
Posting:
Open
Status:
-
Description:
The City of Courtenay invites written applications for a
casual (on-call) clerical support
at the City of Courtenay. This is a union position and is subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the current collective agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556.
This position is a flexible way for incumbents to gain experience and exposure to several diverse and interesting work areas at the City of Courtenay. Casual assignments provide coverage for vacation, illness, other absences and special projects. Assignments will vary in length but are typically on an on-call basis.
Members of the Casual Clerical pool provide casual administrative support for City Departments. This position will provide basic administrative clerical support that may include varied reception, telephone and cashier duties; as well as filing, record keeping and routine communications. Successful candidates have the ability to adapt to new work assignments and responsibilities quickly.
The Successful Candidate Will Have:
1-year administrative office/business technology certificate or related discipline from a recognized educational institution, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Criminal Record Clearance
sound (2-3 years) administrative experience in reception, telephone and cash handling
thorough knowledge of various office equipment and office computer software programs
working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures
some knowledge in basic bookkeeping principles and practices
proficient with the Microsoft suite (Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
strong writing skills with working knowledge of business English, spelling and punctuation
strong customer service, interpersonal, organizational, communication, time management, computer and keyboarding skills
ability to accurately process and reconcile cash
ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner
ability to maintain minor clerical records, to compile non-complex statistical data and to perform incidental word processing tasks related to the work
ability to work well as a member of a team and independently
ability to multi-task and cope effectively with deadlines
This is a
casual, on-call position
involving shifts during regular business hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), Monday to Friday. The wage rate is $32.49 per hour; an additional 12.4% of gross wages is paid in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.
Note that testing may be required during the hiring process. Testing is based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and qualifications outlined in the job description.
Interested persons who meet the above qualifications
and are available to respond to assignments on short notice
should submit a resume outlining how they meet the qualifications, along with a covering letter, by clicking on the "Apply" button below.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest.
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